Bola: The Highs and Lows of the Academy Journey.
Bola: riding the highs & lows In this podcast snippet, we meet Bola, a super supportive parent of a goalkeeper in a Premier League academy. Bola…
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Troy: Navigating the Challenges of Academy Football
This snippet from our chat with Troy Townsend, father of Professional Footballer Andros Townsend, shares his experiences and insights into parenting challenges in the world…
Dan Micciche: Education and the Impact of Day Release
In this Experts clip, Dan Micciche highlights the importance of parents understanding the implications of day release from school. Day release is a period each…
Marc Pugh: Fueling Performance (Full Interview)
Meet Marc Pugh, the Foodie Footballer, in this fascinating Real Sideline Expert interview. Marc shares his journey from grassroots to the Premier League, revealing how……
What is Safeguarding in Youth Football?
What every parent and guardian should know: As a parent or guardian involved in youth football, you’ve likely heard the term “safeguarding” thrown about. But…
Thomas Brosnan: The Car Journey Home
In this clip, Thomas Brosnan, a Psychotherapist and Behaviour Change Expert, shares how sometimes it’s best to do nothing and that sometimes a small shift…
Beth Kerr: More Important Than Your Child’s Football Coach
Wellbeing consultant Beth Kerr shares some eye-opening advice for parents of young footballers. She reminds us that while coaches are crucial, they’re focused on football…
Resilience & Confidence
Resilience and confidence are two powerful qualities that go hand in hand. On our platform, we want to explore how they can shape our children’s…
Dan Micciche: Pressure and how kids lose their passion
In this Real Sideline Experts clip, Dan Micciche discusses the challenges youth footballers face during adolescence. He highlights growth spurts that can lead to injuries…
Alex Hepton: Safeguarding & Identifying Red Flags
Alex Hepton, a Real Sideline Expert! Shares red flags and practical tips for promoting well-being in youth football. Essential listening for parents and coaches alike!…